VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Kia EV4 Light FWD Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | VinFast VF 8 | Kia EV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$53,600 | C$38,995 |
| Range (Claimed) | 425 km | 391 km |
| Battery Capacity | 87.7 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Motor Power | 260 kW | 112 kW |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 170 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9s (0-100 km/h)s | 7.7s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 31 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
VinFast VF 8 vs Kia EV4: Verdict
The Kia EV4 is the more affordable choice at C$38,995, undercutting the other by about C$14,605. The VinFast VF 8 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 425 km versus 391 km — roughly 34 km more. The VinFast VF 8 is the more powerful EV, producing 260 kW to the other's 112 kW.
Choose the VinFast VF 8 if you want more driving range between charges (425 km); pick the Kia EV4 if a lower purchase price (C$38,995) matters more to you.
VinFast VF 8 vs Kia EV4
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Spec Score(16 specs)
9
16 specs
VinFast VF 8
Best
0
16 specs
Kia EV4
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$53,600
C$38,995
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
425 km
391 km
Battery
↑ higher
87.7 kWh
58 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
260 kW
112 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.9s (0-100 km/h)s
7.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
87.7 kWh
58 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
425 km
391 km
Range Standard
NRCan
EPA
Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
N/A
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
N/A
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
260 kW
112 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
200 km/h
170 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.9s (0-100 km/h)s
7.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4750 mm
N/A
Width
1934 mm
N/A
Height
1666 mm
N/A
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2950 mm
N/A
Features
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
5
of 11 wins
VinFast VF 8
Best Overall
0
of 11 wins
Kia EV4
Comparing:
VinFast VF 8 (Eco) vs Kia EV4 (Light FWD)
| Spec name |  Electric VinFast VF 8Eco C$53,600 2024EMI → |  Electric Kia EV4Light FWD C$38,995 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$53,600 | C$38,995 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$849/mo | C$618/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 260 kW Best | 112 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 87.7 kWh Best | 58 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 500 Nm | 283 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 200 km/h Best | 170 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.9s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 7.7s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 425 km Best | 391 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | NRCan | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 31 min (10-80%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4750 mm | N/A | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1934 mm | N/A | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1666 mm | N/A | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2950 mm | N/A | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Features Comparison
| Feature | VinFast VF 8 | Kia EV4 |
|---|---|---|
Safety3 features | ||
Comfort1 features | ||
Technology1 features | ||